🚨 2022 Rolls-Royce Wraith: Emergency Neutral
The 2022 Wraith uses a traditional column-mounted electronic gear selector lever on the right side of the steering column.
🧰 Drafted with AI under the editorial review of Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — details like the exact override location may vary by trim; verify visually before prying anything.
⚠️ Chock the wheels first — neutral means the car can roll. Set the parking brake while you work, never stand downhill of the vehicle, and try a 12-volt jump before any override: power fixes most stuck-in-park problems instantly.
The procedure
- Ensure the vehicle is on level ground and apply the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to ON position (or press START button twice without brake pedal to get accessory power)
- Locate the shift lock override slot: on the column shroud near the base of the gear selector lever, there is a small cover/cap
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the key blade to carefully pry off the cover
- Insert the screwdriver into the exposed override slot and press firmly while moving the gear selector to Neutral
- If ignition power is available, the transmission should release; if completely dead, see no-power notes below
Shift-lock override location
Small cover on the column shroud near the base of the gear selector lever (right side of steering column)
With zero electrical power
With completely dead electrical system, the electronic transmission may not release even with override. Connect a jump pack or jumper cables to provide minimal 12V power to the system, then use the shift lock override. If no power source available, vehicle must be winched onto flatbed with all wheels off ground—do NOT attempt to push or tow with rear wheels down.